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2026 · Week 7 · PPR

Should I start Ja'Marr Chase or Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Week 7 (2026)?

The projection call

Projected edge: Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Jaxon Smith-Njigba projects for 21.4 points in PPR scoring, 1.6 more than Ja'Marr Chase. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

WR · CIN

Ja'Marr Chase

19.9 projected FP

PPR · FF consensus

FantasyPros
19.0
ESPN
21.7
Sleeper
19.0

vs BAL

Kickoff ·

WR · SEA

Jaxon Smith-Njigba

21.4 projected FP

PPR · FF consensus

FantasyPros
21.2
ESPN
20.1
Sleeper
23.6

vs KC

Kickoff ·

Data refreshed . Projected points are not actual results.

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Before you lock it in

The point gap is the reason for this projection lean. It does not guarantee which player will score more. Confirm active status, kickoff time and your league’s scoring. This page does not include verified late injury or weather updates.

What changes in PPR, half-PPR and standard?

PPR awards one point per reception; half-PPR awards 0.5; standard awards no reception point. Use the scoring buttons above to compare the same players under each preset. Passing TDs, bonuses and other custom rules may differ in your league.

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